Service Advisor


Posted on 16th Nov 2021

Service Advisor

A job like no other.

Do you have what it takes to provide the right response to emergency and non-emergency calls?

We are currently looking for dedicated service advisors to join our Contact, Command and Control (C3) service centre in Bilston Glen and Glasgow Govan.

As a service advisor, you’ll be at the heart of what we do, responding to both emergency and non-emergency calls – providing essential support, reassurance and guidance to those who need it most. You’ll also help record and assess information – ensuring calls are accurately logged and the appropriate police response is deployed.

If you have strong communication skills, quick thinking, and a desire to make a difference then you might already have the skills needed to be a service advisor.

Apply now and we will guide you through each stage of the process or, if you have questions, speak with one of our recruitment specialists: RecruitmentTeam1@scotland.police.uk 

 

Why join us?
  • Competitive salary starting from £29,711 (full time), with annual increments
  • Full-time or part-time shift patterns
  • 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays
  • Local government pension scheme for long-term security
  • Ongoing training to develop your skills
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
  • Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
  • Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

 

A supportive and accessible workplace

Wonder what it’s like to work here? Hear from Rachel as she shares her experience working in Bilston Glen and why she thinks the being a service advisor is a job like no other:

Rachel’s story

Your journey to joining our team

If you meet shortlisting criteria, you will then progress through the selection process, which includes:

Competency based interview – assessed against the following values:

  • We are emotionally aware
  • We take ownership
  • We are collaborative
  • We deliver, support and inspire
  • We analyse critically
  • We are innovative and open minded

Half-day selection centre – includes:

  • Call taking
  • Assessing and prioritising information
  • Identifying locations
  • Numeracy, general and geographic knowledge
  • Audio typing test requiring you to demonstrate proficient keyboard skills with a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute

The half-day selection centres will take place at 0845, 0915, 1300 or 1315 :

Bilston Glen- 31st May

Bilston Glen- 7th June

Jackton- 14th June

Bilston Glen- 10th August

Bilston Glen- 13th September

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.

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